{"product_id":"zordans-piano-accordion-junior-method-treble-clef","title":"Vintage Music Instruction Book — Zordan’s Piano Accordion Junior Method (1937) — Antonio Zordan | Treble Clef Edition, Music Education","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"235\" data-end=\"866\"\u003eA bright, graphic vintage accordion instruction book for beginners, \u003cem data-start=\"303\" data-end=\"343\"\u003eZordan’s Piano Accordion Junior Method\u003c\/em\u003e was compiled for 12, 24, and 48 bass accordions and published in Chicago.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"235\" data-end=\"866\"\u003eThis Treble Clef Edition blends early music instruction with practical exercises and period beginner pieces, giving it real appeal for players, teachers, and collectors of vintage music ephemera.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"235\" data-end=\"866\"\u003eInside are note-reading drills, rhythm lessons, fingering work, and song selections including “The Boy Scout,” “Santa Lucia,” “Carnival of Venice,” and “Silent Night.” \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"868\" data-end=\"882\"\u003eQuick Specs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"883\" data-end=\"1374\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"885\" data-end=\"899\"\u003eItem Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vintage softcover music instruction book \/ sheet music method\u003cbr data-start=\"961\" data-end=\"964\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"966\" data-end=\"975\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12 x 9 in\u003cbr data-start=\"985\" data-end=\"988\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"990\" data-end=\"1003\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Paper wraps\u003cbr data-start=\"1015\" data-end=\"1018\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1020\" data-end=\"1030\"\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright orange cover with black printing\u003cbr data-start=\"1070\" data-end=\"1073\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1075\" data-end=\"1095\"\u003eOrigin or Maker:\u003c\/strong\u003e A. Zordan \/ The Chart Music Publishing House, Chicago, Ill.\u003cbr data-start=\"1155\" data-end=\"1158\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1160\" data-end=\"1176\"\u003eYear or Era:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1937\u003cbr data-start=\"1181\" data-end=\"1184\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1186\" data-end=\"1196\"\u003eGENRE:\u003c\/strong\u003e Music Education;\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/collections\/vintage-how-to-book-collection\" title=\"Accordion Instruction\"\u003e Accordion Instruction\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1235\" data-end=\"1238\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1240\" data-end=\"1261\"\u003eLanguage \/ Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e English \/ 47 pages\u003cbr data-start=\"1280\" data-end=\"1283\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1285\" data-end=\"1301\"\u003eIdentifiers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Price printed on cover $1.00; code visible 34658-47; ISBN Not provided\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1398\" data-end=\"1420\"\u003eEdition \u0026amp; Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1421\" data-end=\"1832\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1423\" data-end=\"1444\"\u003eEdition\/Printing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Treble Clef Edition; “Junior Method”\u003cbr data-start=\"1481\" data-end=\"1484\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1486\" data-end=\"1502\"\u003eDust Jacket:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not applicable\u003cbr data-start=\"1517\" data-end=\"1520\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1522\" data-end=\"1552\"\u003eIllustrations\/Maps\/Plates:\u003c\/strong\u003e Printed music notation, exercises, lesson layouts, and period cover illustration\u003cbr data-start=\"1633\" data-end=\"1636\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1638\" data-end=\"1649\"\u003eExtras:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compiled expressly for accordions of 12, 24, and 48 basses; published by A. Zordan, Chicago, Illinois; sole selling agents listed as The Chart Music Publishing House, Chicago, Ill.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1834\" data-end=\"1846\"\u003eCondition Grade: Good\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1847\" data-end=\"2512\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1869\" data-end=\"1883\"\u003ePositives:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete 47-page instruction book with bold, eye-catching cover graphics, clean music notation, and solid readability throughout. Interior pages show crisp printed exercises and songs, with no major tears visible in the photographed spreads. The oversized format displays especially well and works nicely for a music room, studio, or ephemera collection.\u003cbr data-start=\"2238\" data-end=\"2241\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1847\" data-end=\"2512\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2243\" data-end=\"2261\"\u003eIssues \/ Wear:\u003c\/strong\u003e Noticeable age toning to pages; light handling wear and minor creasing to wraps; a visible crease\/wave to an interior page; light edge wear and corner rubbing; some small spots\/marks to the back cover area. See all photos for detail—sold as pictured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote data-start=\"2514\" data-end=\"2710\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2516\" data-end=\"2710\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2516\" data-end=\"2539\"\u003eCondition Grade Key\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2539\" data-end=\"2542\"\u003eNear Fine: minimal wear; clean.\u003cbr data-start=\"2575\" data-end=\"2578\"\u003eVery Good: light wear; clean; minor flaws.\u003cbr data-start=\"2622\" data-end=\"2625\"\u003eGood: noticeable wear.\u003cbr data-start=\"2649\" data-end=\"2652\"\u003eFair: heavy wear; complete but worn; priced accordingly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2734\" data-end=\"2756\"\u003eProvenance \u0026amp; Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2757\" data-end=\"3116\"\u003eCopyright page shown in photos reads MCMXXXVII, with publication by A. Zordan in Chicago, Illinois. A library catalog entry also lists the title as printed music by Antonio Zordan and dates it to 1932, so this photographed copy appears to reflect a later 1937 copyright state or issue rather than the earliest appearance. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3154\" data-end=\"3190\"\u003eAbout the Author: Antonio Zordan\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3191\" data-end=\"3565\"\u003eAntonio Zordan was an accordion teacher and compiler of multiple instructional and band books for piano accordion students, including junior method and ensemble titles marketed through Chicago music publishing channels. His name appears across several surviving accordion method books and dance albums from the 1930s and later reissues. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3567\" data-end=\"3657\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3567\" data-end=\"3657\"\u003eA sharp-looking vintage lesson book that still feels lively on a shelf or music stand.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping + Trust (Reading Vintage standards)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e∙Photo-verified condition (no surprises)\u003cbr\u003e∙Packed with our protective packaging standard\u003cbr\u003e∙Ships in 1 business day\u003cbr\u003e∙Free Shipping on $35+ (U.S. only)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"3318\" data-start=\"3292\"\u003eDisclaimer  \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3841\" data-start=\"3319\"\u003eThe vintage items I share with you have been previously owned and loved and may show some wear. Please use the pictures as a guide. While I do my best to capture colors accurately, your monitor or device screen may display colors slightly differently from the actual item.\u003cbr data-end=\"3594\" data-start=\"3591\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3614\" data-start=\"3594\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3841\" data-start=\"3319\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3614\" data-start=\"3594\"\u003eCare \u0026amp; Handling:\u003c\/strong\u003e Handle with clean, dry hands. Store upright, out of direct sunlight, at about 68°F and 40–50% relative humidity. Avoid damp areas and extreme temperature swings. 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